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Solo travel is gaining popularity among affluent Chinese female travellers, with 72% planning to maintain or increase solo trips in the future.

What rich female Chinese travellers wantSavvy and raring to go solo, Chinese female luxury travellers presents a rich area of opportunity: ILTM Asia 2024.

Japan’s online travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors aims to enhance security and prevent illegal stays.

Going to Japan? You may need to apply for entry online firstVisa-exempt travellers going to Japan will soon have to apply for electronic travel authorisation.

Langkawi, as a Muslim-friendly destination, offers authentic experiences, distinguishing itself from typical island getaways with unique cultural offerings for visitors.

Could Langkawi soar as the next Muslim-friendly hotspot?The Malaysian island’s focus on becoming a more Muslim-friendly destination has both its challenges and rewards.

Cebu aims to establish itself as a premier culinary destination in the Philippines, urging both public and private sectors to support this initiative.

Tuck in: Cebu’s food wants to ‘tell the story of the Filipino’Cebu eyes culinary capital status after successful UN gastronomy forum.

Barcelona plans to halt licences for the more than 10,000 properties approved for short-term rental.

Is Barcelona’s Airbnb ban a sign of things to come?Mayor wants to put locals in homes and kick tourists out.

Lower restaurant and bar charges aided by the fall in the value of the Vietnamese dong drove Hoi An to top a table of the world’s cheapest destinations.

Which holiday destinations are the best value for money?The dipping dong and lower local prices boost spending power in Vietnam.

Macao is seeing a growing presence of Muslim travellers, prompting MGTO to educate tourism players on meeting the religious and cultural needs of Islamic visitors.

How Macao is attracting Muslim travellersThere's a new game plan in the works at targeting Muslim travellers through improved connectivity, halal offerings, and...

Eating well, moving mindfully, and resting both mind and body: travellers visiting Macao can leave revitalised and ready to take on the world.

Feeling burned out? Macao’s wellness getaways offer a recovery planHow travellers can keep their mind and body in tip-top shape with these innovative wellness offerings in Macao.

Famous attractions like temples often experience overcrowding in Japan, affecting visitor experience and local residents.

Japan wants to double tourism numbers despite overtourismHaving welcomed 25 million tourists in 2023, Japan is now looking at bringing in 60 million visitors annually.

Data from the Korea Tourism Organization reveals a 21.1% decline in Thai tourist arrivals from January to April 2023 compared to the previous year.

K-ETA to blame for drop of Thai tourists in South KoreaThai tourist numbers to South Korea plummet amid entry hurdles caused by K-ETA.

Tokyo is a hotspot for this flesh-eating disease, which has infected almost a thousand people in Japan in 2024 so far, spreding through respiratory droplets, direct contact, or skin wounds.

Flesh-eating disease spreading like wildfire in JapanA record-breaking number of 977 people has contracted the fatal infection in 2024, with almost 30% resulting in death.

A celebratory event onboard marked the milestone with over 250 attendees, officiated by Capt. Hendri Ginting M.M. from the Ministry of Transportation and Itok Parikesit from the Ministry of Tourism.

History is made with Resorts World Cruises Indonesia homeportResorts World Cruises becomes first international cruise line to homeport in Indonesia with the Resorts World One sailing from...

Why foodies need to visit Macao's International Gastronomy Fest

Why foodies need to visit Macao's International Gastronomy FestIt's not called the UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy for nothing, and Macao is showcasing its foodie prowess in a spectacular...

Saudi Arabia’s international visitor spending surged by almost 57%, reaching US$61 billion.

Huge win for Saudi with US$61 billion tourism receiptsSaudi Arabia achieved its goal of welcoming 100 million tourists in 2023, seven years ahead of schedule.

Between January 1 and April 28 this year, Thailand welcomed nearly 12 million international visitors, generating 575 billion baht (US$15.5 billion) in revenue.

Is Thailand implementing a tourism fee?The tourism fee was previously approved by Thailand’s former government in 2023.

The “Fuji Dream Bridge” became a popular photo spot for the way the steps seem to lead up to the mountain peak.

Another Mt Fuji photo spot to be blocked in JapanTourists have been straying into the road to take photos.

Japan saw a record of over 3 million international arrivals in March 2024.

This travel superpower isn’t what it used to beA weakened yen is fuelling inbound tourism but pricing Japanese out of outbound travel.

Amsterdam is among the safest destinations for LGBTQ travellers, with a rich history of inclusivity, legal protections, and a vibrant LGBTQ scene.

Travel with pride: Destinations becoming safer for LGBTQ touristsDespite the world getting increasingly progressive and inclusive, LGBTQ travellers still face varying levels of safety...

The area which once housed the Tsukiji fish market is being developed into a massive transportation and events hub.

Fishy business gives way to flying taxis in TokyoThe popular Tsukiji fish market has gone, but a new face of Tokyo is about to take its place.

SushiSamba will open on the 52nd floor of Capital Tower in the heart of the Singapore CBD,

Sushi with a side of Singapore's skyscrapersSushiSamba offers 360-degree views of the city and serves up a blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian cuisines.